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Alabama high school football player dies after suffering in-game brain injury
A 16-year-old Alabama high school football player tragically died after suffering a severe brain injury during a game over the weekend. Caden Tellier was part of the John T. Morgan Academy football program. He was rushed to a nearby hospital on Fr...
Protecting our kids means more than helmets
Technology has slowly woven its way into the education world, bringing many welcome efficiencies and benefits. Though some of these new benefits have come with some rather predictable high-tech hazards, a few of which have been serious enough to ligh...

Are you more likely to suffer a concussion on grass or artificial turf?
Are concussions more likely to occur on grass fields or artificial turf? A recent study of Texas middle and high school football players sought to answer that very question. The study found that football athletes were more likely to suffer a concu...

NFHS will write rules for high school flag football
At the request of its member state associations to address the nation’s fastest-growing emerging high school sport, the NFHS will be writing playing rules for flag football, effective with the 2025-26 season. The NFHS Board of Directors has appr...

Aquinas High School unveils new athletic complex
After announcing plans to upgrade its athletic complex in May 2023, Aquinas High School in Georgia has unveiled its latest athletic facility. The school administration says the new athletic complex is the largest undertaking since Aquinas High Sch...

Wayne State College upgrades athletic facilities
Changes are happening all over the athletic campus at Wayne State College in Nebraska. Since 2022, Wayne State College has seen 200% growth in club sports, 25% growth in intramural participation, and the addition of two varsity athletic programs. ...

Q&A.D. with GHSA executive director Robin Hines
Dr. Robin Hines began his tenure as Georgia High School Association (GHSA) Executive Director in June 2017. As the Executive Director, his responsibilities include the day-to-day administration of the GHSA, by-law interpretations, student eligibility...

Preparing for the athletic school year
As the new athletic school year approaches, athletic directors must be proactive in their preparations. Here are some essential steps to ensure a smooth and successful year for your sports programs. 1. Review and Update Policies: Begin by reviewin...








